Caroline Rule, Tax Litigation Attorney in New York
Over 37 years of legal practice
New, NY
Practicing tax litigation in New York since 1989.
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Caroline Rule is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Tax Litigation. Caroline has over 37 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- New York, NEW YORK
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Tax Litigation
- Handles Tax Litigation matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026).
About Caroline Rule: Caroline Rule is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Tax Litigation. Caroline has over 37 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Caroline takes on
Caroline concentrates on tax litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Caroline handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax Litigation cases in New York
Caroline takes tax litigation matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caroline agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Caroline Rule — tax litigation lawyer in New York
Caroline Rule is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Tax Litigation. Caroline has over 37 years of legal experience.
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Caroline was born in Zimbabwe. Caroline’s winning record includes cases involving alleged tax fraud, tax evasion, failure to file tax returns and related tax forms, money laundering, and other white collar controversies. Caroline has achieved outstanding results for individuals and corporations under criminal investigation by the IRS and other governmental and regulatory agencies, as well as by state and federal prosecutors’ offices in New York and around the country.
Caroline’s successful practice also focuses on complex civil tax matters, including sensitive audits by the IRS and state tax authorities, as well as civil cases involving “tax shelters,” failure to report offshore assets, abatement of penalties, and residency issues. Caroline has extensive experience in advising accounting firms on how to comply with confidentiality rules protecting disclosure of client tax return information, under Section 7216 of the Internal Revenue Code and associated Treasury Regulations and IRS authorities, the Gramm Leach Bliley Act, and the AICPA Rules of Conduct, particularly as firms begin to outsource return preparation offshore. Caroline also represents clients in investigations by the New York City Business Integrity Commission and is experienced in handling complex commercial litigation.
Caroline has published many articles in legal journals and magazines, and was author of the BNA Tax Management Portfolio No. 623 – 3rd “IRS Procedures: Examinations and Appeals” (July 2013).
Caroline works to clarify application of tax laws through her chairmanship of the Subcommittee on Tax Crimes, Criminal Litigation Committee, ABA Litigation Section. She also is a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America; and is an active member of the New York Council of Defense Lawyers, the Criminal Advocacy Committee and the Mass Incarceration Task Force of the New York City Bar Association, and the Federal Bar Council Special Committee on Sentencing Reform and Alternatives to Incarceration. She is also a Master of the Federal Bar Council Inn of Court.
How Caroline handles tax litigation matters
https://kostelanetz.com/profile/caroline-rule/ Caroline was born in Zimbabwe. Caroline’s winning record includes cases involving alleged tax fraud, tax evasion, failure to file tax returns and related tax forms, money laundering, and other white collar controversies. Caroline has achieved outstanding results for individuals and corporations under criminal investigation by the IRS and other…
Who Caroline represents
Caroline reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax litigation matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Yale University
J.D. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Caroline's state bar admissions
New York, New York S
1990 · ACTIVE
New Jersey, New Jers
1989 · ACTIVE
Caroline studied at J.D. in Yale University.
Law school and academic background
Caroline completed J.D. in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Caroline runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Caroline has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — SuperLawyers
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Caroline Rule's office in New York
Caroline's primary office is at 250 Greenwich Street, New York, New York, 10007. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Caroline Rule — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Caroline usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Caroline charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caroline's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Caroline will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a tax litigation attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax litigation matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Caroline
Caroline discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every tax litigation matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Caroline confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Caroline's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Caroline Rule
How much does it cost to hire Caroline for a tax litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Caroline walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Caroline offer a free consultation?
Caroline charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caroline's office. Some tax litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Caroline's current terms during booking.
How long do tax litigation cases in New York typically take?
Simple tax litigation matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Caroline gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Caroline take my case if I'm outside New York?
Caroline is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Caroline will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Caroline?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Caroline will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Caroline accepting new tax litigation clients right now?
Caroline's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Tax Litigation attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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